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Gray

#987F8B

A balanced, muted gray — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Gray is the connective tissue of interface design — neutral, balanced, and quiet. It supports without competing.

Meaning

Sophistication, neutrality, and restraint. Warm grays feel inviting; cool grays feel modern and technical.

Applications

Essential for backgrounds, borders, dividers, and secondary text in product UIs. Build a 9–11 step gray ramp early in any design system.

Conversion

HEX
987F8B
RGB
152, 127, 139
HSL
331, 11%, 55%
HSB
331, 16%, 60%
CMYK
0, 16, 9, 40
LAB
56, 11, -3
LCH
56, 12, 347
OKLCH
0.62, 0.03, 348
XYZ
25, 24, 28
LUV
56, 14, -6
HWB
331, 50%, 40%
Pantone
5285 C

Harmonies

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